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Author Showcase ~ The History of the Super Sleuth by Samantha Larsen
Despite being one of the most famous detectives in literature, Sherlock Holmes was not the first Super Sleuth. That honor goes to C. Auguste Dupin, a French detective. Dupin first appeared in 1841, in Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” In...
A Day in My Life ~ Maggie Mullaley by Hilary U. Cohen
Good morning – I’m Maggie Mullaley. I’m the charter boat chef and first mate for Andiamo, a real beauty of a sailboat. Right now, I’m sitting in her cockpit, sipping my coffee as dawn breaks over Admiralty Bay. One of my favorite moments of the day. The sky streaking...
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Special Edition With Jane Kelly
It’s never good when a message begins “Due to circumstances beyond our control.” That said, due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to take a break from writing. During that time, I recorded thoughts about my next Meg Daniels mystery in my phone Notes app, on...
Get To Know ~ Dr. Michael Portman by Valerie Burns
Sometimes the best way to know a person is by asking questions, where you can learn more about what makes them tick. Let’s see what Michael has to say with his answers below. What is your full name? Dr. Michael Portman How old are you? I’m twenty-eight, the same age...
Reviews
My Musing ~ DEATH HITS THE HIGH NOTES by GG Calpo
Dru’s Short Musing: When two members of the choir die at a rehearsal and one of them is a close friend, the team is on the hunt for a killer. This story blends friendship and family drama into one cohesive whodunit that I could not put down, quickly becoming a...
My Musing ~ The Last Word by Gerri Lewis
An obituary writer finds one of her neighbors dead before her time in this debut cozy mystery perfect for fans of Jenn McKinlay and Eva Gates. Obituary writer Winter Snow is no stranger to grief, and writing obituaries for the citizens of Ridgefield, Connecticut, is...
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My Musing ~ A Hex for Danger by Esme Addison
A Hex for Danger by Esme AddisonSeries Name: Enchanted Bay Mystery #2Genre: CozyRelease: July 13, 2021Purchase Link The annual Mermaid Festival is the setting for Esme Addison's sunny-yet-sinister second Enchanted Bay mystery, perfect for fans of Heather Blake and...
My Musing ~ Murder at the Lakeside Library by Holly Danvers
Murder at the Lakeside Library by Holly DanversSeries Name: Lakeside Library Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: July 13, 2021Purchase Link In this series debut perfect for fans of Jenn McKinlay and Miranda James, Rain Wilmot must discover the killer, before the book closes...
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New Releases Coming Soon ~ January 2024
Here is a list of over 70 new titles representing major genres such as cozy mysteries, traditional mysteries, historical mysteries, and others releasing this month, with eight debut series. As always, I hope there is a new title to suit everyone’s personal taste....
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ STEAL AWAY: Crime Fiction Inspired by the Captains of Yacht Rock edited by Josh Pachter
It is my pleasure to share with you the cover reveal for the latest "Inspired By" anthology, coming in December 2026 from Crimson Gate Books and now up for preorder. Publication Date: December 4, 2026 Series: An "Inspired By" Anthology, Volume 10 Genre: Crime Fiction...
Cover Reveal ~ Because I Could Not Stop for Death by Amanda Flower
I’ve been a fan of Amanda Flower ever since I read Maid of Murder back in 2010. I’ve read at least one book in every series were published and I’m excited to share with you the cover reveal for her new "Emily Dickinson" mystery series, coming September 2022 and now up...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ For Sale By Killer by Catherine Bruns + Giveaway
I am excited to share with you the cover for the third book in the “Cindy York” mystery series from Gemma Halliday Publishing, coming May 22, 2018. Title: For Sale by Killer Series: Cindy York #3 Genre: Cozy Publisher: Gemma Halliday Publishing Website: Catherine...
Cover Reveal ~ Picked Off by Linda Lovely + Giveaway
I am excited to share with you the cover for the second book in the “Brie Hooker” mystery series from Henery Press, coming June 5, 2018. Title: Picked Off Series: Brie Hooker #2 Genre: Cozy Publisher: Henery Press Website: Linda Lovely It’s been seven months since...
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2026 Best Mystery Blog
dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 60 BEST MYSTERY BOOK BLOGS to follow on the internet in 2026! dru’s book musings placed 13th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book blogs. dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 70 BEST...
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